On April 17, a part of the city of Uvira, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, was submerged by rainwater and spilling rivers. This flood has caused enormous damage. The dead are counted by dozens, the exact number is unknown since many people are still missing, some buried under mud and others dragged by the water into Lake Tanganyika. Roads are broken and bridges washed away; according to official records, over 3,500 houses have been destroyed, and a total of 77,790 people belonging to about 5,500 families affected in one way or another. Even the house of Xaverian Sisters was damaged and it is now uninhabitable. Our house of Kilomoni community, that is on the peripheries of Uvira, was not damaged even though it lies in affected area. We ask your prayers for the relief of those suffering and the repose of the souls of those who have died.

Jesus Christ, you traveled through towns and villages "curing every disease and illness." At your command, the sick were made well. Come to our aid now, in the midst of the global spread of the coronavirus, that we may experience your healing love. Heal those who are sick with the virus. May they regain their strength and health through quality medical care. Heal us from our fear, which prevents nations from working together and neighbors from helping one another. Prayer more!